Kerstin has been doing my hair for almost four years now. And when I say "doing my hair," I mean everything. She took me from a short and curly brunette to a long and straight blonde.

She always talks to me about my hair and what I want, and then she actually does what I ask her to. She made this dark brunette a sunny blonde. She said she had to break the hair rules to do it, but she is a miracle worker and she did it right. I could not be happier.

She has a passion for her work. She is into hair, her clients, and the chemistry behind hair color.

She is simply the best!

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by robinmcg at Citysearch
December 20, 20095Geisha Hair Saloon

Best haircut, best color, best service- best, best, best!!!

★★★★★

Kerstin has been doing my hair for almost four years now. And when I say "doing my hair," I mean everything. She took me from a short and curly brunette to a long and straight blonde.

She always talks to me about my hair and what I want, and then she actually does what I ask her to. She made this dark brunette a sunny blonde. She said she had to break the hair rules to do it, but she is a miracle worker and she did it right. I could not be happier.

She has a passion for her work. She is into hair, her clients, and the chemistry behind hair color.

Kerstin Moreira is the best. I am black latina and my hair is a reflection of my heritage. Kerstin knows what she is doing. She had to correct a bad haircut and I have been hooked ever since. I recently moved to DC and I went back to have her cut my hair. If you want exceptional service, Kerstin is your girl. Love her, love her, love her.

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by albarren at Citysearch
June 13, 20095Geisha Hair Saloon

the best haircut ever for any hair type

★★★★★

Kerstin Moreira is the best. I am black latina and my hair is a reflection of my heritage. Kerstin knows what she is doing. She had to correct a bad haircut and I have been hooked ever since. I recently moved to DC and I went back to have her cut my hair. If you want exceptional service, Kerstin is your girl. Love her, love her, love her.

If you have curly hair and you've been victimized by a bad haircut in the past, go see "Shireen" (how you say her name phoenetically). She is a wizard with the scissors and loves to talk shop. I've never met anyone so knowledgeable and so willing to chat about what you're doing right and what could be improved in order to avoid the dreaded bad hair days. She's also hilarious and completely fun to hang out with--I suspect she'd be a fun time at the wine bar. Highly, highly recommended!

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by AnaQuin at Citysearch
October 14, 20085Geisha Hair Saloon

Amazing hair cut, amazing experience

★★★★★

If you have curly hair and you've been victimized by a bad haircut in the past, go see "Shireen" (how you say her name phoenetically). She is a wizard with the scissors and loves to talk shop. I've never met anyone so knowledgeable and so willing to chat about what you're doing right and what could be improved in order to avoid the dreaded bad hair days. She's also hilarious and completely fun to hang out with--I suspect she'd be a fun time at the wine bar. Highly, highly recommended!

Kerstin has been doing, really taking care of my hair for 3 years now. Oh my gosh. I feel so confident with her that I tell Kerstin to have at it and do whatever! Imagine that. I always walk out of the salon feeling great and confident. My color lasts for what seems forever. Kerstin styles me with the best hair every time I leave the salon. No one has been able to replicate what she does with my hair. The atomsphere is relaxing and I feel like I am with friends, not in a salon!

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by shanyen at Citysearch
July 14, 20085Geisha Hair Saloon

Simply put the best hair do's anywhere!

★★★★★

Kerstin has been doing, really taking care of my hair for 3 years now. Oh my gosh. I feel so confident with her that I tell Kerstin to have at it and do whatever! Imagine that. I always walk out of the salon feeling great and confident. My color lasts for what seems forever. Kerstin styles me with the best hair every time I leave the salon. No one has been able to replicate what she does with my hair. The atomsphere is relaxing and I feel like I am with friends, not in a salon!

How about a great haircut and great chat with a good friend at the same time? Kerstin (pronounced Shas-teen) and Cindy at Geisha are simply the best. Kerstin has cut my hair for 4 years and I couldn't be happier with my hair and love ever visit to Geisha !!!

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by Mwannell at Citysearch
June 20, 20085Geisha Hair Saloon

A Great Cut with Great laughs!

★★★★★

How about a great haircut and great chat with a good friend at the same time? Kerstin (pronounced Shas-teen) and Cindy at Geisha are simply the best. Kerstin has cut my hair for 4 years and I couldn't be happier with my hair and love ever visit to Geisha !!!

Moved here from Detroit with the same hair stylist for over 10 years. We've been looking for someone who knows how to do curly thick hair for over a year in Portland. My girlfriend (who has curls too) and I went through 5 hair stylists who all tried their hardest with even the most specific details, but we kept leaving unsatisfied...Until Kerstin (Shus-teen) Rocked the Curly Locks. Amazing hair stylist, funny, personable, and real. Recommend her to anyone, even those who don't have curls. She's part of our family now :)

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by staceandkris at Citysearch
December 29, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Rock the Curly Locks

★★★★★

Moved here from Detroit with the same hair stylist for over 10 years. We've been looking for someone who knows how to do curly thick hair for over a year in Portland. My girlfriend (who has curls too) and I went through 5 hair stylists who all tried their hardest with even the most specific details, but we kept leaving unsatisfied...Until Kerstin (Shus-teen) Rocked the Curly Locks. Amazing hair stylist, funny, personable, and real. Recommend her to anyone, even those who don't have curls. She's part of our family now :)

Cindy has been doing my hair for years and I would never go anywhere eles unless under torture. She is also a wizard at color and I have done some funky things to my hair that she has helped me overcome. Sooze is great too, she does a great job on my brows. The Salon is charming, the staff are sweeties. It's a fun relaxing experience. The best in my book.

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by pril6 at Citysearch
November 12, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Geisha Salon, the BEST!

★★★★★

Cindy has been doing my hair for years and I would never go anywhere eles unless under torture. She is also a wizard at color and I have done some funky things to my hair that she has helped me overcome. Sooze is great too, she does a great job on my brows. The Salon is charming, the staff are sweeties. It's a fun relaxing experience. The best in my book.

Have curly, wavy, difficult hair? Make an appointment with Kirsten (pronounced Shu-steen) at Geisha Hair salon...today! Kirsten cuts long hair, short hair and anything in between professionally and creatively. She has a gift for finding the perfect style and color for your hair that fits your face and personality. My whole family gets their hair cut by Kirsten. She remembers little details about my boys such as the youngest loves the head, neck, shoulder and arm massage that comes before each hair cut while the oldest isn't fond of it. The atmosphere is friendly, funky and fun. I am so glad that Geisha exists. Make your appointment today, you'll be glad you did.

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by cathleensorensen at Citysearch
October 17, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Treat yourself to a Geisha day

★★★★★

Have curly, wavy, difficult hair? Make an appointment with Kirsten (pronounced Shu-steen) at Geisha Hair salon...today! Kirsten cuts long hair, short hair and anything in between professionally and creatively. She has a gift for finding the perfect style and color for your hair that fits your face and personality. My whole family gets their hair cut by Kirsten. She remembers little details about my boys such as the youngest loves the head, neck, shoulder and arm massage that comes before each hair cut while the oldest isn't fond of it. The atmosphere is friendly, funky and fun. I am so glad that Geisha exists. Make your appointment today, you'll be glad you did.

Geisha is truly a rare find in the hair world. I spent many years in Portland jumping around from stylist to stylist until I found Kerstin. Finally - someone who listens to what I want , makes suggestions, and then works with my hair to achieve the look we decide upon - teamwork at its best. She goes above and beyond on extras like a hand massage with while you are coloring. I would recommend any of the gals at Geisha to all my friends and family (which I have!).

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by khsharp at Citysearch
September 15, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Geisha is a true gem in hair salons - intimate, friendly, and great service!

★★★★★

Geisha is truly a rare find in the hair world. I spent many years in Portland jumping around from stylist to stylist until I found Kerstin. Finally - someone who listens to what I want , makes suggestions, and then works with my hair to achieve the look we decide upon - teamwork at its best. She goes above and beyond on extras like a hand massage with while you are coloring. I would recommend any of the gals at Geisha to all my friends and family (which I have!).

If you are looking for a hairstylist who does the Japanese straight hair perm, this is the place to go. The ladies here are professional, honest, warm, kind, and friendly. You are treated like part of the family. Love the art pieces and ecclectic music. Geisha salon is no ka oi (the best)!

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by tundrakid05 at Citysearch
August 01, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Best place to get a mohawk!

★★★★★

If you are looking for a hairstylist who does the Japanese straight hair perm, this is the place to go. The ladies here are professional, honest, warm, kind, and friendly. You are treated like part of the family. Love the art pieces and ecclectic music. Geisha salon is no ka oi (the best)!

Although not a ?saloon?, Geisha Salon is conveniently located and the quality of service is top-notch! I?ve never been a big fan of somebody standing behind me with a sharp pair of scissors, and was always a bit skittish of having my hair cut. However, Kerstin makes the experience pleasant every time, immediately putting even the most cut-anxious skull at ease. Instinctively, she knew what to do with my mop and with precision craftwork, she made me look like a rockstar and feel terrific about my visit. If you?re looking for the best haircut experience from a local, neighborhood business, then look no further than Geisha Salon! I love you Kerstin!

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by slowdance07 at Citysearch
July 14, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

More than a feelin'!

★★★★★

Although not a ?saloon?, Geisha Salon is conveniently located and the quality of service is top-notch! I?ve never been a big fan of somebody standing behind me with a sharp pair of scissors, and was always a bit skittish of having my hair cut. However, Kerstin makes the experience pleasant every time, immediately putting even the most cut-anxious skull at ease. Instinctively, she knew what to do with my mop and with precision craftwork, she made me look like a rockstar and feel terrific about my visit. If you?re looking for the best haircut experience from a local, neighborhood business, then look no further than Geisha Salon! I love you Kerstin!

Geisha Rocks! I am an absolute freak about my hair and don't let just anyone cut/color it. Cindy has CONSISTENTLY given me the best cut and color for over a year! I can't say enough about her professionalism and artistry. I work over 12 hours a day and don't have time to check the hair. But with the style Cindy created for me I dont need to. After a grueling workout my hair looked better than it did before I started! How can you beat that?!

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by nwraine at Citysearch
July 07, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

My hair looks Mmmmarvelous!!

★★★★★

Geisha Rocks! I am an absolute freak about my hair and don't let just anyone cut/color it. Cindy has CONSISTENTLY given me the best cut and color for over a year! I can't say enough about her professionalism and artistry. I work over 12 hours a day and don't have time to check the hair. But with the style Cindy created for me I dont need to. After a grueling workout my hair looked better than it did before I started! How can you beat that?!

Kerstin is the queen of curly hair. I get really nervous going to a new stylist because usually they don't know curly hair that well, but she does an amazing job. I actually have a style now! I get compliments all the time and have referred people there simply because they've commented on how great my hair looks. It's been awhile since my last cut, but no one has noticed since the style has grown out so well. Kerstin's also a kick to hang out with. I have so much fun when I'm there because she has such a positive energy and seems to be having so much fun, too. Go see her if you want great service, style, and personality!

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by carmellie at Citysearch
July 05, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Amazing styles and personalities

★★★★★

Kerstin is the queen of curly hair. I get really nervous going to a new stylist because usually they don't know curly hair that well, but she does an amazing job. I actually have a style now! I get compliments all the time and have referred people there simply because they've commented on how great my hair looks. It's been awhile since my last cut, but no one has noticed since the style has grown out so well. Kerstin's also a kick to hang out with. I have so much fun when I'm there because she has such a positive energy and seems to be having so much fun, too. Go see her if you want great service, style, and personality!

Geisha Salon is located near the heart of the pearl district and solo, nolo neighborhoods. Parking can be troublesome at times, but is free from 16th - 21st avenues. The salon is located in an old victorian on 16th that has been recently remodled and is very cozy and inviting. Geisha features two high end hair stylists Kerstein (Justine) and Cindy. In the back of the salon is a cute little room that features Sooze a local Esthecian that does wonderfull mani's & pedi's too! Sooze has a great selection of Yonka products and is very knowledgeable it terms of skin care. Back in the salon the walls are lit up with great peices of art that hold the inspiration of the Geisha. Electro lounge and jazz vocal music is lightly played in the background while Cindy and Kerstein do their hair magic. All services come with tea, coffee, or wine. Kerstein's cuts come with a wonderfull scalp and kneck massage that is very invigurating. Cindy does great hair, especially big stuff. This place is also perfect for guys too! Mens haircuts all get a 3 week touch up for free and is perfect for guys on the go who work/live/workout in the pearl. If you are concerned about getting your hair cut in a salon this is the place to go. Everyone at this salon is very experienced with all different types of hair and can give you what you ask for and help you with new cutting edge hair designs. Arigoto Gozaimasu Geisha!

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by mikvote at Citysearch
January 06, 20075Geisha Hair Saloon

Harijuku Girls Do Hair!

★★★★★

Geisha Salon is located near the heart of the pearl district and solo, nolo neighborhoods. Parking can be troublesome at times, but is free from 16th - 21st avenues. The salon is located in an old victorian on 16th that has been recently remodled and is very cozy and inviting. Geisha features two high end hair stylists Kerstein (Justine) and Cindy. In the back of the salon is a cute little room that features Sooze a local Esthecian that does wonderfull mani's & pedi's too! Sooze has a great selection of Yonka products and is very knowledgeable it terms of skin care. Back in the salon the walls are lit up with great peices of art that hold the inspiration of the Geisha. Electro lounge and jazz vocal music is lightly played in the background while Cindy and Kerstein do their hair magic. All services come with tea, coffee, or wine. Kerstein's cuts come with a wonderfull scalp and kneck massage that is very invigurating. Cindy does great hair, especially big stuff. This place is also perfect for guys too! Mens haircuts all get a 3 week touch up for free and is perfect for guys on the go who work/live/workout in the pearl. If you are concerned about getting your hair cut in a salon this is the place to go. Everyone at this salon is very experienced with all different types of hair and can give you what you ask for and help you with new cutting edge hair designs. Arigoto Gozaimasu Geisha!

Kerstin (pronounced Shastine) is undoubtedly the best stylist I?ve ever been to. I walked in with a few ideas of things I liked but no clear idea of exactly the cut I wanted. She and I talked about my hair and lifestyle and what she thought would work well for me. Then she began an amazing head and neck massage (free with every hair service!!!) and went to work. The end result is exactly what I didn?t know I wanted and it incorporated everything I?d mentioned liking. Kerstin took her time and truly pays attention to every detail of your hair and the style you seek.

As an added bonus: The service was VERY reasonably priced, and I got a great product simply because I asked what was used in my style (there was no pressure to buy). Sooze, the esthetician, was very sweet and easy to chat with while I waited for Kerstin. I picked up her service menu and prices are very reasonable as well. And the other stylist, Cindy, was friendly and clearly a great colorist because she colored Kerstin?s hair a beautiful blonde-ish red that I loved.

I simply can?t rave on all the Geisha Girls enough! They rock.

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by sarainportland at Citysearch
December 17, 20065Geisha Hair Saloon

Best haircut of my life ...

★★★★★

Kerstin (pronounced Shastine) is undoubtedly the best stylist I?ve ever been to. I walked in with a few ideas of things I liked but no clear idea of exactly the cut I wanted. She and I talked about my hair and lifestyle and what she thought would work well for me. Then she began an amazing head and neck massage (free with every hair service!!!) and went to work. The end result is exactly what I didn?t know I wanted and it incorporated everything I?d mentioned liking. Kerstin took her time and truly pays attention to every detail of your hair and the style you seek.

As an added bonus: The service was VERY reasonably priced, and I got a great product simply because I asked what was used in my style (there was no pressure to buy). Sooze, the esthetician, was very sweet and easy to chat with while I waited for Kerstin. I picked up her service menu and prices are very reasonable as well. And the other stylist, Cindy, was friendly and clearly a great colorist because she colored Kerstin?s hair a beautiful blonde-ish red that I loved.

I simply can?t rave on all the Geisha Girls enough! They rock.

Pros: talented and friendly staff, chic atmosphere with great music, very reasonable prices

Cons: Could stock up on a few more magazines, books up quickly so call early for appt.